How To Fix RSAR228 - You are not allowed to create hierarchies manually for ERP systems

RSAR228 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAR - Data Transfer and Metadata Maintenance

• Message number: 228

• Message text: You are not allowed to create hierarchies manually for ERP systems

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAR228 - You are not allowed to create hierarchies manually for ERP systems ?

  The SAP error message RSAR228, which states "You are not allowed to create hierarchies manually for ERP systems," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when users attempt to create or modify hierarchies for InfoObjects that are linked to ERP systems. This restriction is in place to maintain data integrity and consistency between the ERP and BW systems.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the system's configuration settings that prevent manual hierarchy creation for certain InfoObjects that are sourced from ERP systems. This is often due to the following reasons:
  
  Data Source Restrictions: The InfoObject is linked to a data source that does not allow manual hierarchy creation.
  Hierarchy Type: The hierarchy type may be set to a type that does not permit manual changes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify hierarchies.
  System Settings: The system may be configured to restrict manual hierarchy creation for